Elder abuse, mental health issues receiving bipartisan house support
More often than not, and more often than thought, things can work well in Harrisburg. The second session week in September found the House of Representatives working Read more.
HARRISBURG UPDATES | A 1933 law governing Sunday football restrictions repealed
With elections coming up, the end of this session cycle is approaching in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Any bills – and there are hundreds – which Read more.
‘Alina’s Law’ strengthens protection from abuse orders
Alina Sheykhet, for whom Alina’s Law is named. Too often in Harrisburg, bills important to all Pennsylvanians get pushed to the wayside, never even getting committee Read more.
Essential workers are indispensable, treat them as such
A few years back, I was invited to take part in a program called “Fire Ops 101.” The Pittsburgh Firefighters at the Fire Academy training facility in Allison Read more.
Leagues scramble to find officials, so check your anger at the gate
I remember last year watching a commercial for an office supply store that had a parent dancing through the aisles getting school supplies for his children with Read more.
Vital organizations receive increased funding in state budget
Organizations such as the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, our local fire departments and EMS companies, along with Pennsylvania Emergency Read more.
State budget includes $850M more in education spending
As mandated by our Pennsylvania Constitution, the annual budget must be approved by June 30 of each year. This year, as far too often happens, it was not approved Read more.
Summer budget debate turns to amusement parks, boats and vaccines
MONTOUR SPARTANS –The 2022 PIAA 4A baseball state championship team and coaches were honored in Harrisburg by Rep. Dan Deasy, Rep. Anita Kulik and Sen. Wayne Fontana Read more.
Busy time in Harrisburg as budget deadline looms
At this time of year, the Capitol is filled with groups coming to speak about budget requests and legislative priorities. I believe it is the best time of year here… Read more.
No matter your opinion, tell legislators your concerns
The Pennsylvania House and Senate are now in the full swing of budget negotiations. Bills will be forthcoming in both Chambers that will set forth the state budget Read more.